Pavement vs Pavment
Learn why "pavement" is correct and "pavment" is incorrect.
pavment
Incorrect spelling - ""Pavment"" omits a vowel.
"pavment" is a common misspelling of "pavement". Always use "pavement" when referring to the correct word.
pavement
Correct spelling - The proper way to spell this word.
"Pavement" is a paved surface for walking or driving.
Definition of pavement
"pavement": "Pavement" is a paved surface for walking or driving.
This word is commonly used in everyday conversation and writing.
Synonyms for pavement
- • sidewalk
- • roadway
Usage Examples
"Correct:" The pavement is wet.
"Correct:" Walk on the pavement.
"Correct:" Cracked pavement.
"Correct:" Smooth pavement.
"Incorrect:" The pavment is wet.
"Incorrect:" Walk on the pavment.
Notes:
- • Ends with 'ement'.
- • Common infrastructure word.
- • Vowel omission error.
- • Used in US and UK English.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Correct spelling?
A: Pavement.
Q: Is pavment correct?
A: No.
Q: Meaning?
A: Paved surface.
Q: Error cause?
A: Missing vowel.
Summary
Pavement is correct; it refers to a paved surface. Pavment is a misspelling.